Director of Transformation

Director of TransformationRichmond, VA 23230Duration: 12+ MonthsPay rate: $90 - 95/Hr.Work Timing: 9:00 AM to 5:00 PMMust-Have Skills: Operations Transformation, Lab Optimization, Continuous Improvement, ConsultingLocation: Northern, VAJob description:Overview:The Director of Transformation will lead strategic and operational transformation initiatives across the organization, driving measurable improvements in performance, scalability, and customer value within a pharmaceutical services environment. This role is responsible for identifying, designing, and executing enterprise-wide initiatives that enhance operational efficiency, accelerate growth, and enable innovation across laboratory services, engineering, supply chain, and scientific operations.The ideal candidate combines strong business acumen, deep operational experience, and a proven track record of delivering complex transformation programs in highly regulated environments.Key ResponsibilitiesTransformation Strategy & ExecutionOperational ExcellenceStakeholder LeadershipFinancial Impact & Value CreationProgram Governance & Change ManagementDigital & Innovation EnablementQualificationsEducation & ExperienceBachelor’s degree required; MBA or advanced degree preferred.10+ years of experience in transformation, operations, consulting, or strategy roles.Experience in pharmaceutical services, life sciences, or highly regulated industries strongly preferred.Proven track record of leading large-scale transformation or operational improvement initiatives.Skills & CompetenciesStrong strategic thinking with the ability to translate strategy into execution.Deep knowledge of operational excellence methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma).Financial acumen with experience building and managing business cases.Exceptional leadership and stakeholder management skills.Strong communication and executive presence.Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, matrixed environment.Key Success MetricsDelivery of transformation initiatives on time and within budget.Measurable EBITDA improvement and cost savings.Operational KPI improvements (e.g., productivity, turnaround time, service quality).Adoption and sustainability of implemented changes.Stakeholder satisfaction and engagement.Benefits:Russell Tobin offers eligible employee’s comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), a 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, identity theft protection, legal support, auto and home insurance, pet insurance, and employee discounts with some preferred vendors.